Orthodontic Dental Assistant

University Orthodontics; Greenville (RI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus

Matching 401K

Medical and Vision insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

University Orthodontics in Greenville, Rhode Island, is hiring experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistants to support orthodontic treatments. You will assist orthodontists, manage patient records, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of experience, good communication, and organizational skills. Benefits include a $1,000 sign-on bonus, 401K matching, medical insurance, and paid vacation. Competitive pay ranges from $18 to $35 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant.
• Preferred 2-3 years experience as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant.
• Sound knowledge of various orthodontic procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Orthodontist in all aspects of orthodontic treatment.
• Removing and replacing wires, coil springs, and elastic bands.
• Making orthodontic adjustments as directed by the Orthodontist.
• Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices.
• Maintaining accurate records of patients’ oral health history.
• Scanning for digital impressions using the iTero digital scanner.
• Taking digital intraoral x-rays.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Invisalign iTero scanner

Job description

Job Description

University Orthodontics is always looking for experienced Orthodontic Dental Assistants to assist the Orthodontist with regular orthodontic check‑ups.

To be successful, you should have good hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity to ensure the safety of patients during orthodontic procedures. An exceptional Orthodontic Dental Assistant should demonstrate patience, excellent organizational skills, and strong communication skills.

Orthodontic Dental Assistant Requirements

• Proven experience working as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant
• Preferred 2-3 years experience as an Orthodontic Dental Assistant
• Sound knowledge of various orthodontic procedures and practices
• Preferred experience with Invisalign iTero scanning (3‑D scanning)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Must be a team player, have a friendly and positive attitude, and a sound work ethic

Orthodontic Dental Assistant Responsibilities

• Assisting the Orthodontist in all aspects of orthodontic treatment
• Removing and replacing wires, coil springs, and elastic bands
• Making orthodontic adjustments as directed by the Orthodontist
• Educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices and braces aftercare
• Maintaining accurate records of patients’ oral health history and treatment progress
• Scanning for digital impressions using the iTero digital scanner
• Taking digital intraoral x‑rays
• Taking extraoral photographs of patients’ teeth to aid the Orthodontist in developing treatment plans and to document patient progress

Benefits

• $1,000 Sign‑on Bonus*
• Matching 401K
• Medical and Vision insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Performance Bonuses

Pay: $18.00 - $35.00 per hour based upon experience. Bonus is contingent upon a minimum of six months of employment.

If you are looking for an opportunity to be part of a fun and energetic orthodontic office, please reply with your resume!